St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy
62%
Capacity
275
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy
St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy is a state-funded Greek Orthodox primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 275 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Andrew McDonald, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6155th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 77 in Croydon.
St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 13 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Choir, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox Primary Academy is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Greek Orthodox |
| Address | Springfield Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon, CR7 8DZ |
| Headteacher | Andrew McDonald |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 275 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 275 / 446 (62% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6155th of 13,686
Nationally
1062nd of 1,592
In London
49th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
44
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Springfield Road, Thornton Heath
Croydon, CR7 8DZ
Journey to School
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